Hello, I'm Vicki

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Birth work has been calling me for many years. My journey to becoming a doula is rooted not only in my training, but in my own experiences of motherhood, loss, resilience, and supporting others through life's most vulnerable moments.

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Long before I became a doula, I found myself drawn to supporting women during birth. At just thirteen years old, I was my mum's birth partner as she welcomed my youngest sibling into the world. Years later, I had the privilege of supporting my sister through the births of her four children, and shortly after becoming a mother myself, I stood beside my best friend as she welcomed her baby.

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Looking back, I realise those moments quietly shaped the path I was always meant to follow. They showed me the extraordinary strength of women in birth and the profound difference that calm, compassionate support can make.

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I am a mother of two and have also experienced the heartbreak of stillbirth. That loss, over twenty years ago, profoundly changed my understanding of the importance of compassionate, respectful, and individualised care. It taught me that birth experiences stay with us, and that every woman deserves to feel heard, respected, and supported, whatever her journey may look like.

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In 2025, I trained as a trauma-informed doula with Conscious Birthing, allowing me to turn a lifelong calling into the work I feel privileged to do today. Alongside my doula training, I volunteer with Doulas Without Borders, supporting women and families who may be facing particularly challenging circumstances. This work reflects something I have always believed: that every family deserves kindness, dignity, and unwavering support, regardless of their circumstances.

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For more than fourteen years, my professional life has also centred around supporting people. Working with individuals from all walks of life has reinforced my belief that genuine compassion, empathy, and human connection can make a profound difference during life's most important moments.

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As your doula, I won't tell you what your birth should look like. My role is to walk alongside you, offering evidence-based information, emotional reassurance, practical guidance, and a calm, steady presence. Whether you're preparing for your first baby, growing your family, or navigating pregnancy after loss, my hope is that you will always feel informed, heard, and supported.

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It would be a privilege to be part of your journey as you prepare to welcome your baby into the world.